Context As part of Act Digital's growth strategy in Belgium, we are looking for a Business Developer / Business Manager to accelerate our expansion in the Brussels market.
You will play a key role in building and developing our local presence by driving business growth, recruiting consultants, and managing client relationships in a competitive and fast-paced IT services environment.
This role combines business development, recruitment, and P&L responsibility.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development
Identify and approach new clients (large accounts, European institutions, local and international companies)
Develop and manage a portfolio of clients within the Belgian market
Leverage your knowledge of the Belgian IT ecosystem and/or your existing commercial network
Understand clients' IT and digital transformation challenges
Sell IT services (staff augmentation, project delivery, managed services)
Lead the full sales cycle from prospecting to contract negotiation
Build long-term strategic partnerships
Recruitment & Consultant Management
Define required profiles based on client needs
Participate actively in the recruitment of consultants
Manage consultants during their assignments (follow-ups, career development, retention)
Anticipate project endings and secure renewals or new placements
Ensure high levels of consultant engagement and client satisfaction
Financial & Business Management
Build and execute your own business plan
Manage your revenue, margin, and profitability targets
Maintain accurate pipeline forecasting
Ensure business performance aligns with company objectives
Profile
Experience
~2–8 years of experience in an IT services company (ESN) or consulting firm
~ Proven track record in B2B sales
~ Strong knowledge of the Belgian IT market
~ Existing commercial network in Belgium is a strong asset
Technical Understanding
Solid understanding of IT and digital environments:
Software development (Java, .NET, JavaScript, etc.)
Cloud (Azure, AWS, GCP)
Data / BI
Infrastructure & cybersecurity
Ability to interact with technical stakeholders (IT Managers, CTOs, Heads of Digital)
Business Skills
Strong hunter mindset with account development capabilities
Ability to open new accounts and expand existing ones
Results-driven and margin-focused
Excellent negotiation skills
Soft Skills
Entrepreneurial mindset
Resilience and determination
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Comfortable in an international and multicultural environment
Fluent in French and English (Dutch is a strong plus)
Objectives
Grow Act Digital's presence in the Belgian market
Build and manage your own team of consultants
Achieve revenue and margin targets
Contribute to the long-term development of the Brussels entity
Compensation
Competitive fixed salary based on experience
Attractive and uncapped variable compensation
Fast-track career evolution towards Senior Business Manager / Business Unit Manager